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NIHR Applied Research Collaborations (ARCs) @nihrarcs.bsky.social · 13h

In an ageing population, severe frailty is increasing. Virtual wards offer treatment for people in their own homes – but ARC West wanted to learn how to make these wards better. Researchers investigated why and how virtual wards work, who they work for, under what conditions. buff.ly/iMpd7uT

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NIHR Applied Research Collaborations (ARCs) @nihrarcs.bsky.social · 29/09/2026

Impact spotlight – Keep On Keep Up 💡 To address the impact of functional decline & falls amongst older adults on health & social care services, @arc-gm.bsky.social have created KOKU - a digital programme designed to help older adults improve strength, balance, & confidence. tinyurl.com/yu7v8yt2

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NIHR Applied Research Collaborations (ARCs) @nihrarcs.bsky.social · 28/09/2026

Over 220,000 emergency hospital admissions each year in the UK are caused by falls in older people Read how @arc-em.bsky.social, @arcsouthwest.bsky.social & arc-gm.bsky.social have shown how the FallsManagementExercise (FaME) programme can be used to shape national health policy tinyurl.com/yfcr7vjm

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NIHR Applied Research Collaborations (ARCs) @nihrarcs.bsky.social · 25/09/2026

Social prescribing has expanded rapidly – yet evidence on its system-level impact has been limited. arc-gm.bsky.social, ARC West & @arcnenc.bsky.social, have evaluated social prescribing, who uses it, its effects on health & service use, and the implications for primary care. tinyurl.com/dvcjh2h2

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NIHR Applied Research Collaborations (ARCs) @nihrarcs.bsky.social · 24/09/2026

The NHS is under critical pressure to deliver timely, acute care while preventing hospitals from reaching breaking point. Read about how the @arc-wm.bsky.social aim to broaden the Virtual Ward model is shaping national policy change bit.ly/3Vp6M7H

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NIHR Applied Research Collaborations (ARCs) @nihrarcs.bsky.social · 23/09/2026

What can be done to build a preventative, community-based model for diabetes care? The @arc-em.bsky.social Diabetes Model of Care sets out a proven, integrated approach to transforming diabetes services that could save the UK £276 million. Find out more: bit.ly/4xLhPXj

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NIHR Applied Research Collaborations (ARCs) @nihrarcs.bsky.social · 22/09/2026

Rheumatoid arthritis affects 1.3 million people in the UK. To tackle this, @arcsouthwest.bsky.social and ARC Thames Valley created the SARAH programme, providing tailored, self-management care strategies. The result? The programme is now recommended for widespread NHS use. bit.ly/3UNGZWG

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NIHR Applied Research Collaborations (ARCs) @nihrarcs.bsky.social · 18/09/2026

What can the role of community care teams look like when it comes to end-of-life care? Read about how our initiative at @arceastofengland.bsky.social has led to system-wide change for community end-of-life care. bit.ly/3TpYb4b

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NIHR Applied Research Collaborations (ARCs) @nihrarcs.bsky.social · 17/09/2026

ARC research is transforming health & care systems while supporting the people behind it Across the network: 🎓 455 PhD students & 232 Postdoctoral Fellows supported 📅 5,135 events hosted #ARCImpact

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NIHR Applied Research Collaborations (ARCs) @nihrarcs.bsky.social · 16/09/2026

The ARC programme exemplifies how the "spirit of collaboration" can accelerate meaningful change for our health systems. Read Professor Dame Nicky Cullum's thoughts on the many strengths of the ARC network. bit.ly/4xJYrKc

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NIHR Applied Research Collaborations (ARCs) @nihrarcs.bsky.social · 15/09/2026

How has NIHR research led to real, positive impact for local populations and health and care systems? We’re kicking off our campaign showcasing some of the most impactful projects delivered by the NIHR ARCs between October 2019 and March 2026. bit.ly/4xPevKP

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ARC South West @arcsouthwest.bsky.social · 26/03/2026

We recently celebrated 5 years of PPIE at PenARC – and looked ahead to what’s next for ARC South West. Lots of thoughtful conversations about inclusion, impact, & how we make sure research reflects what matters most to people. Read more here 👇 bit.ly/4dgyxGN #PPIE #CoProduction #HealthResearch

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Celebrating Five Years of PPIE – and Looking Ahead - PenARC

On Friday 27th February 2026, colleagues, public contributors and partners gathered at the Exeter Mercure Southgate Hotel to celebrate five years of PenARC Patient and Public Involvement and Engagemen...

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NIHR ARC East Midlands @arc-em.bsky.social · 26/03/2026

This week's #ARCLunchandLearn features: 📽️ Thematic analysis Explore: ✅ What thematic analysis is ✅ How it compares to other qual analysis ✅ 6 key steps to generate themes ✅ Importance of reflexivity

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Training | Thematic Analysis | 19 March 2024

Part of the ARC East Midlands "Lunch & Learn" 2024 training series. Delivered by Professor Carolyn Tarrant, this webinar provides an introduction and overview of the thematic analysis approach for…

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NIHR ARC OxTV @arc-oxtv.bsky.social · 27/03/2026

Six years. 30+ case studies. One permanent collection. As ARC OxTV closes on 31 March, we've built a searchable, lasting record of everything this partnership achieved – hosted by @oxprimarycare.bsky.social www.phc.ox.ac.uk/impact/nihr-...

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How NIHR ARC OxTV research changed practice, shaped national guidelines, and built research capacity across the Thames Valley. Browse over 30 case studies spanning mental health, obesity, social care,...

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NIHR ARC East Midlands @arc-em.bsky.social · 30/03/2026

Through research and funding since 2019, we have: 📰 Published more than 750 peer-reviewed papers 🔎 Delivered nearly 130 research projects 💷 Secured more than £15.5 million in research grants 👉 Read our #ARCEMimpacts: mailchi.mp/arc/nihr-arc...

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NIHR ARC East Midlands @arc-em.bsky.social · 30/03/2026

Case study 8️⃣ #ARCEMimpacts story: Reducing NHS staff stress through online Mindfulness-Based Cognitive Therapy for Life. 👉 Read more: arc-em.nihr.ac.uk/impact/reduc... 👉 Discover all stories: mailchi.mp/arc/nihr-arc...

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NIHR ARC East Midlands @arc-em.bsky.social · 27/03/2026

Case study 7️⃣ #ARCEMimpacts story: Integrating diabetes services across primary, community and secondary care Bringing specialist diabetes care closer to home through neighbourhood teams. 👉 Read more: arc-em.nihr.ac.uk/impact/integ... 👉Discover all stories: mailchi.mp/arc/nihr-arc...

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NIHR ARC East Midlands @arc-em.bsky.social · 26/03/2026

Case study 6️⃣ #ARCEMimpacts story: Empowering older adults through FaME falls-prevention programme A community exercise programme building strength, balance & confidence to prevent falls. 👉 Read more: arc-em.nihr.ac.uk/impact/empow... 👉Discover all stories: mailchi.mp/arc/nihr-arc...

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NIHR ARC Greater Manchester @arc-gm.bsky.social · 25/03/2026

Great to share our work at the Live Well in Later Life event today @greatermcr.bsky.social 👏 Colleagues from ARC-GM shared insights from the ACE trial, the FLEXI study & the eFAlls Case Finding pilot. Explore these & more of our healthy ageing research here 👇 🔗 bit.ly/4lZc8jy

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NIHR ARC Greater Manchester @arc-gm.bsky.social · 25/03/2026

From clinical practice to clinical academia, Laura McGarrigle (@txphysio.bsky.social) shares how ARC-GM support helped her secure PhD funding 🎓 Through internships and fellowship support, she built the skills and confidence to lead research. Thanks for sharing your journey 👏 🔗 lnkd.in/ebRuKnr7

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Annette Boaz @annetteboaz.bsky.social · 27/03/2026

What a great day celebrating the achievements of the fantastic @nihrarcs.bsky.social SHARE fellows 🎉

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ARC South West @arcsouthwest.bsky.social · 25/03/2026

"We have to build trust differently. We have to understand fear not as a barrier to participation, but as data in its own right." New reflections blog from Knowledge Mobilisation Fellow John Stammers challenges how we think about engagement with hard to reach groups👇 tinyurl.com/mpmfaprt

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Rethinking “Hard to Reach” - PenARC

What does it really mean when we describe people as “hard to reach”? And who, in reality, is doing the reaching? In this blog, Knowledge Mobilisation Fellow John Stammers reflects on his work alongsid...

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NIHR ARC Yorkshire & Humber @arc-yharc.bsky.social · 25/03/2026

Doors are open at the Bradford & West Yorks CRDC Industry Day! 🚀 The team is ready and waiting. Stop by our @arc-yharc.bsky.social stall to see our latest impact and chat about how we’re improving care across the region. #CRDC2026 #HealthInnovation

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NIHR ARC East Midlands @arc-em.bsky.social · 25/03/2026

Case study 5️⃣ #ARCEMimpacts story: Improving severe stroke care through home rehabilitation Defining components of intensive home-based rehab for stroke survivors with severe disabilities. 👉 Read more: arc-em.nihr.ac.uk/impact/impro... 👉 Discover all stories: mailchi.mp/arc/nihr-arc...

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ARC South West @arcsouthwest.bsky.social · 24/03/2026

Got a research idea about ageing, but not sure where to start? Our free, online Ageing Research Café is a relaxed, supportive space to talk it through with public partners and get fresh perspectives, no slides, no pressure. 📅17th April 🕑12-12.45 & 12.45-13.30 tinyurl.com/4hvbzep6

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ARC South West @arcsouthwest.bsky.social · 20/03/2026

📢New open training resource! We’ve launched a resource to support reproducible healthcare simulation modelling, helping make models more transparent, shareable & reusable. Great for analysts, researchers & anyone working in health data science👇 tinyurl.com/mpenn59v #OpenScience #HealthData #NIHR

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Open training resource launched to support reproducible healthcare simulation modelling - PenARC

A new open training resource has been launched to help analysts and researchers build transparent and reproducible healthcare simulation models. The DES RAP Book, created by Amy Heather from Peninsul...

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NIHR ARC Yorkshire & Humber @arc-yharc.bsky.social · 20/03/2026

Today is #WorldOralHealthDay! 🪥 At @arc-yharc.bsky.social, we are using data and community insights to tackle dental decay, one of our region's most persistent health inequalities. We are proud to highlight 3 NIHR-funded projects changing dental care in our communities: 👇 🧵 1/5

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NIHR ARC Yorkshire & Humber @arc-yharc.bsky.social · 20/03/2026

Research doesn't stop at the school gates. 🏠 Our PROMOTE study looks at how to bridge the gap between school brushing and home habits, ensuring healthy routines stick for life. Read more: 🔗 arc-yh.nihr.ac.uk/themes/healt... 🧵 4/5

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NIHR ARC Yorkshire & Humber @arc-yharc.bsky.social · 20/03/2026

Want to help shape the future of NHS dental care? 🧤 Be part of the next breakthrough. Sign up for the #BePartOfResearch registry to find studies near you! 🔗 bepartofresearch.nihr.ac.uk #Yorkshire #ResearchImpact @nihr.bsky.social @bthft.bsky.social @bihr.bsky.social

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NIHR ARC East Midlands @arc-em.bsky.social · 24/03/2026

Case study 4️⃣ #ARCEMimpacts story: Reducing falls in care homes Equipping care homes with checklists, practical guidance and staff training to prevent falls, injuries & hospital admissions. 👉 Read more: arc-em.nihr.ac.uk/impact/reduc... 👉 Discover all stories: mailchi.mp/arc/nihr-arc...

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NIHR ARC East Midlands @arc-em.bsky.social · 23/03/2026

Case study 3️⃣ #ARCEMimpacts story: Personalising activity for multiple long-term conditions (MLTC). Tailored exercise helps people with MLTC to stay active despite complex needs. 👉 Read more: arc-em.nihr.ac.uk/impact/perso... 👉 Discover all stories: mailchi.mp/arc/nihr-arc...

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NIHR ARC East Midlands @arc-em.bsky.social · 20/03/2026

Case study 2️⃣ #ARCEMimpacts story: Preventing repeat hypoglycaemia emergency calls with ambulance education. Paramedics gave diabetes patients a booklet after callouts to spot early signs. 👉 Read more: arc-em.nihr.ac.uk/impact/preve... 👉 Discover all stories: mailchi.mp/arc/nihr-arc...

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NIHR ARC East Midlands @arc-em.bsky.social · 19/03/2026

Case study 1️⃣ #ARCEMimpacts story: Workplace and worship diabetes screening reaches underserved communities. Early detection in familiar settings. Tackles inequalities. Empowers prevention. 👉 Read more: arc-em.nihr.ac.uk/impact/scree... 👉 Discover all stories: mailchi.mp/arc/nihr-arc...

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NIHR ARC East Midlands @arc-em.bsky.social · 19/03/2026

This week's #ARCLunchandLearn features: 📽️ Grant writing skills Learn: ✅ Art of writing successful funding applications ✅ What has worked (and what hasn't) ✅ What to avoid when grant writing ✅ Reflections from experienced grant writers

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Training | Grant Writing Skills | 6 June 2024

There is an art to writing successful funding applications. In this session, Prof Gordon will be reflecting on his experience of writing successful grant applications, how he goes about it, what has…

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ARC South West @arcsouthwest.bsky.social · 19/03/2026

Really inspiring to be part of an Ageing Well community event in Paignton this month. From practical strength and balance exercises to honest conversations about ageing, it showed how valuable it is to bring research and communities together. Read more here: tinyurl.com/ytpcb24b

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Ageing Well in Devon: Community Event Highlights Strength and Connection - PenARC

Earlier this month, Professor Vicki Goodwin MBE and Devon Communities Together hosted two Ageing Well community events in Okehampton and Paignton. These sessions were designed to bring together resear...

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ARC South West @arcsouthwest.bsky.social · 18/03/2026

📢@NIHRresearch ARC South West launches in April 2026, bringing together the expertise of PenARC & ARC West. The expanded collaboration will unite partners across the South West to improve health services & outcomes. 🔗https://bit.ly/4bv2HmR

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NIHR ARC East Midlands @arc-em.bsky.social · 18/03/2026

Celebrating over six years of ARC East Midlands research turning evidence into real impact for health and social care across our region and beyond. 👉 Follow #ARCEMimpacts this March for daily highlights. 👉 Read the newsletter to find out more: mailchi.mp/arc/nihr-arc...

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NIHR ARC Yorkshire & Humber @arc-yharc.bsky.social · 17/03/2026

New blog: Explores how the VICTOR tool is making the "hidden" impacts of research visible. ✨ From service innovation to workforce confidence, see how 54+ organisations are evidencing real-world change. Read the full blog here: arc-yh.nihr.ac.uk/resources/bl... #VICTORImpact #NIHR #HealthResearch

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NIHR ARC Wessex @arcwessex.bsky.social · 17/03/2026

A week to go until our online event looking at new research into #Alcohol use by older people with Skaiste Linceviciute Dr Stephanie Hughes & the team www.arc-wx.nihr.ac.uk/event-detail... #olderdrinkers #alcohol @skaistelin.bsky.social @nisreenalwan.bsky.social @hantsconnect.bsky.social @ippr.org

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NIHR ARC East Midlands @arc-em.bsky.social · 18/03/2026

⚠️ Final spaces remaining! Register now to learn how implementation science embeds effective healthcare staff wellbeing interventions.

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NIHR ARC Yorkshire & Humber @arc-yharc.bsky.social · 18/03/2026

We're hiring! 📢 Join our team as a Capacity Building Research Associate, supporting health & care professionals across Yorkshire & Humber grow their research skills. 📍 York, hybrid · Part-time · 💷 £37,694–£46,049 pro rata 📅 Apply by 13 April 2026 🔗 www.jobs.ac.uk/job/DQW685/c... #ResearchJobs

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NIHR ARC Greater Manchester @arc-gm.bsky.social · 17/03/2026

New Urdu animation from CO-ASSIST, funded by NIHR RfPB and supported by us, CO-ASSIST identified workable ways to support parents and carers of children with OCD. ▶ Watch: bit.ly/4aVOXCI 📖 Blog: bit.ly/4ldKcYN

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NIHR ARC East Midlands @arc-em.bsky.social · 16/03/2026

Co-producing research on multiple long-term conditions (MLTC) with communities can feel unfamiliar, especially with complex challenges. Deborah shares key lessons: 👉 Invest in relationships 👉 Share power 👉 Adapt when plans shift Read the full blog: 🔗 arc-em.nihr.ac.uk/news/journey...

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NIHR ARC East Midlands @arc-em.bsky.social · 12/03/2026

This week's #ARCLunchandLearn features: 📽️ Introduction to qualitative methods Discover: ✅ Basic principles of qualitative research ✅ Diversity of qualitative methods ✅ Study design and data collection ✅ Challenges in collecting and analysing

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Training | Introduction to Qualitative Methods | 14 March 2024

ARC EM Lunch & Learn Training Programme Professor Natalie Armstrong, our ARC East Midlands Implementation Lead, presents a training session giving an overview of qualitative methods. By the end of…

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NIHR ARC Yorkshire & Humber @arc-yharc.bsky.social · 12/03/2026

That's a wrap! 🏛️ Thank you to all the speakers, chairs and delegates who joined us today in York. A fantastic day of evidence and discussion on making prevention real in mental health services. #JourneyToPrevention2026 #NIHRYHARC

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